Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Transmission Description (Description and Operation)

The 4R70W has the following features:

  • Wide ratio gears
  • Four speeds
  • Rear wheel drive
  • Automatic
  • Electronic shift
  • Torque converter clutch control
  • Line pressure controls

The transmission uses Ravigneaux-style double-pinion gearset with two bands, one one-way roller clutch, one mechanical diode and four friction clutches to produce four forward gears and Reverse.

4R70W Automatic Transmission

4R70W Automatic Transmission

    Automatic Transaxle/Transmission
    General Specifications a - MERCON V is not interchangeable at this time with the current MERCON fluids. Check the transmission fluid level indicator to determine the correct fluid and refer to the ...

    Identification Tags
    All vehicles are equipped with a Vehicle Certification Label, located on the driver side door lock post. For correct transmission identification, refer to the code in the space marked TR. ...

    Other materials:

    Utilizing the mediation or arbitration program (Canada only)
    This pertains to vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those cases, where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of ...

    Manual Control Lever Shaft and Seal
    Special Tool(s) Installer, Shift Shaft Fluid Seal 307-050 (T74P-77498-A) Alignment Gauge, TR Sensor 307-351 (T97L-70010-A) Removal 1. Drain the transmission fluid and remove the fluid pan and filter. For additional information, ...

    Intake Air Distribution and Filtering - Supercharger, Charge Air Cooler
    The supercharger (SC) is a positive displacement pump. Its purpose is to supply an excess volume of intake air to the engine by increasing air pressure and density in the intake manifold. The supercharger is matched to the engine by its displacement and ...